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Sirach 3:17-18
New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
Sirach 3:17-18
New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
Humility
17 My child, perform your tasks with humility;[a]
then you will be loved by those whom God accepts.
18 The greater you are, the more you must humble yourself;
so you will find favor in the sight of the Lord.[b]
Footnotes
- Sirach 3:17 Heb: Gk meekness
- Sirach 3:18 Other ancient authorities add as verse 19, Many are lofty and renowned, but to the humble he reveals his secrets.
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